2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
